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Give the gift of comfort this Christmas

While festive lights twinkle in homes across our community, a very different kind of warmth shines at St Joseph’s. For hundreds of families, Christmas may look very different. Whether they plan to celebrate with the familiar traditions they love, hold their own celebrations or simply need comfort through winter’s difficult months, they all face the reality that this may be their final Christmas together, and every moment of care and connection matters more than ever.

With your help, St Joseph’s Hospice can bring love, comfort and compassionate care to patients and families this Christmas.

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When home isn’t an option this Christmas, St Joseph’s becomes home.

This is Christmas at St Joseph’s: a place where the true spirit of the festive season shines through the kindness of people like you and a community that never lets anyone face their hardest moments alone.

It’s a time for togetherness for patients, families, and the staff helping them to create moments of comfort when they’re needed most. When you support our Christmas Appeal, you really do make a difference. You become part of the team – standing alongside our nurses, doctors and staff creating moments of comfort when they’re needed most.

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£31 could fund an hour of compassionate nursing care during the holiday period, ensuring no patient faces this time of year alone

£60 could provide counselling support to help someone process a life-limiting diagnosis during emotionally challenging times

£90 could fully fund a day of Christmas meals on one of our wards, enabling patients and families to share a meal together

£150 could give a patient a day of festive activities at our Day Hospice, surrounded by peer support and access to vital services to maintain their independence and dignity

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Stories from the Hospice

“After the busy bustle and excitement of the lead up to Christmas, there is a sense of peace and calm at the Hospice on Christmas Day. Staff know they will be away from family but have chosen to be here. It feels like an honour and a privilege.”

Stories from the Hospice

“We’re always mindful that every meal could potentially be a patient’s last. We want the day to be special, so we make sure every plate is perfect and plentiful. It is a pleasure to make the patients’ day special.”

Stories from the Hospice

“It is an honour to work at St Joseph’s Hospice, especially during the holidays. Most expect to spend this time with family, but for me it’s a privilege to care for patients and ensure they’re not alone. Last year I was Santa, giving gifts and singing carols.”